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Didier Drogba to Montreal Impact: Latest Transfer Details, Reaction and More

Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has signed for the Montreal Impact after recently leaving the Premier League champions as a free agent.

The Impact confirmed the news after completing a trade with the Chicago Fire for Drogba's rights.

“It’s an honour to welcome Didier Drogba to the Impact,” Impact president Joey Saputo said in the release. “From the first conversation I had with him, I felt that he really wanted to play in Montreal. This is one of the biggest days in club history and his arrival to the club will be beneficial in every aspect.